The document discusses the factors influencing curriculum change, which include political influences, societal trends, economic needs, advancements in research and technology, teaching methods, student interests, assessment methods, globalization, and environmental considerations. It emphasizes that curriculum change is a dynamic process that aims to enhance modern education. Understanding these factors is essential for adapting educational practices effectively.

1. FACTORS AFFECTING
CURRICULUM CHANGE
PREPARED BY :BILQEES BIBI
PROGRAM:M.PHIL SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION
COURSE NAME: TRENDS AND ISSUES IN TEACHER EDUCATION
COURSE COORDINATOR:DR.MUNAZZA AMBREEN

2. CURRICULUM CHANGE:
Definition:
Curriculum change refers to
any modifications or updates
made to an existing
curriculum to give it a new
position or direction.

3. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Political & Governmental Influences
• Societal & Cultural Trends
• Economic & Industry Needs
• Advances in Research and Technology
• Teaching Methods
• Students Need and Interest
• Assessment & Evaluation Methods
• Globalization & International Benchmarks

4. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Political & Governmental
Influences:
Policies, laws, and funding
can drive curriculum
changes.

5. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
Societal & Cultural Trends:
Shifting values, demographics, and
community expectations can
influence curriculum decisions.

6. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Economic & Industry Needs:
Education is financed and
influenced by the Govt. in the
direction to improve the
economy.

7. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Advances in Research &
Technology:
New discoveries and innovations
can lead to updates in curriculum
content and teaching method.

8. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Teaching Methods:
Educators evolving skills and
knowledge can inform
curriculum changes.

9. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Student Needs & Interests:
Changes in student
demographics, learning styles,
and career aspirations can drive
curriculum adaptations.

10. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Assessment & Evaluation
Methods:
Changes in testing and
evaluation approaches can
impact curriculum content
and teaching strategies.

11. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
Globalization & International
Benchmarks:
Global educational trends,
standards, and benchmarks can
influence curriculum decisions.

12. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
• Environment:
• Environmental issues affect
curriculum development. World
awareness & actions towards
revising & ending pollution
continues affecting curriculum
change.

13. FACTORS AFFECTING CURRICULUM CHANGE
Conclusion:
The curriculum is always changing. Curriculum
changes are helping modern education
become more advanced and appropriate. This
requires a more comprehensive
understanding of curriculum change.

14. REFERENCES
• https://prepwithharshita.com/factors-influencing-curriculum-change/
• https://www.slideshare.net/TanzeelaBashir1/factors-that-influence-
curriculum-change-and-innovationpptx

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